Three Nurses Removed from Duty in Child Death Investigation
In a tragic turn of events, three nurses have been removed from duty at the Gomostapur Upazila Health Complex in Chapainawabganj following allegations of negligence resulting in the death of a child. The incident came to light after the father of the child filed a complaint at the local police station.
Allegations and Details
The accused nurses are identified as Senior Staff Nurse Ambia Khatun, Majida Khatun, and Amina Khatun. The child in question, Mo. Ayan Uddin, a 16-month-old resident of the Mukhtasha Halpara area in Rahanpur Municipality, was admitted to the Gomostapur Upazila Health Complex due to a bathroom-related illness on 8th January. Despite the father’s repeated requests for saline to be administered to the child once his treatment was complete, the nurses did not attend to him and were reportedly preoccupied with their mobile phones.
Emotional Impact and Community Response
Tragically, the child, Ayan, succumbed to his illness on Saturday morning. His family and local residents staged a protest at the hospital, demanding justice for the child. The situation escalated, leading to the involvement of the police, hospital authorities, and political leaders to control the crowd.
The former Mayor and BNP leader, Mohammad Tarik Ahmed, emphasized the severity of the incident, stating that the negligent actions of the nurses resulting in a child’s death are unacceptable. He called for strict punitive measures against the accused, highlighting the need for accountability to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Community Outrage and Calls for Justice
Local residents expressed their discontent with the quality of service at the hospital, demanding better standards of care and professionalism from healthcare workers. The emotional toll on the child’s mother, Moyana Begum, was evident as she shared her sorrow and frustration, seeking harsh punishment for the negligent nurses.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage in the community, with residents gathering outside the hospital and expressing their concerns about the lack of accountability in the healthcare system. The local leaders intervened to calm the situation and pressure the hospital authorities to take decisive action against the accused nurses.
As investigations continue, the Medical Officer-in-Charge of the Gomostapur Upazila Health Complex has temporarily relieved the three nurses of their duties pending further inquiries and departmental actions.
In conclusion, the tragic death of young Ayan has shed light on the need for improved healthcare standards and accountability in medical facilities. It serves as a reminder of the critical importance of diligence and compassion in providing care to vulnerable patients, especially children. The community’s demand for justice underscores the deep emotional impact of such incidents and the urgent need for responsible and ethical healthcare practices.
